Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,443 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 420 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,628 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,443; from 2,028 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $755.0M; across 3,628 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 632 with a published date

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Charles W. Painter Grant in Herpetology The Chiricahua Desert Museum (CDM) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Charles W. Painter Grant in Herpetology supports research and education focused on New Mexico's herpetofauna.	Not published	Up to $1K
Walter Gerboth Award Grant The Music Library Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Walter Gerboth Award, established in 1984 by the Music Library Association, honors the legacy of Walter Gerboth, a prominent music librarian and mentor.	Not published	Up to $2K
Norene Boring Undergraduate Grant Georgia Ornithological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Norene Boring Undergraduate Grant offered by the Georgia Ornithological Society supports undergraduate students conducting ornithological research in Georgia.	Not published	Up to $1K
Advanced Coral Toolkit Revive & Restore · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
John R. Addrizzo, MD, FCCP, Research Grant in Sarcoidosis American College of Chest Physicians · Foundation Not published · $50K The John R. Addrizzo, MD, FCCP, Research Grant in Sarcoidosis offers $20,000 for projects addressing the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and treatment of sarcoidosis.	Not published	$50K
BMS Seminar Grant British Mycological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £300 The BMS Seminar Grant, offered by the British Mycological Society, supports UK university seminars on fungal biology.	Not published	Up to £300
International Postdoctoral Scholars in Cancer Research Fellowship Mary Kay Ash Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Two-year fellowship program offering international postdoctoral researchers the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge cancer research, particularly focusing on cancers affecting women.	Not published	Varies
Exchange Program to the United States Grant The Kosciuszko Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K – $26K The Exchange Program to the United States, supported by the Kosciuszko Foundation, offers Polish scholars the opportunity to conduct research, artistic, or study projects at U.S. institutions.	Not published	$8K – $26K
The INA Discovery Fund Grant Institute of Nautical Archaeology · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The INA Discovery Fund, supported by the Institute of Nautical Archaeology, aims to promote the research and discovery of shipwrecks and archaeological sites.	Not published	Up to $25K
Skin Cancer Pilot Research Grants Skin Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Skin Cancer Pilot Research Grants, funded by the Skin Cancer Foundation, support innovative studies in skin cancer prevention, detection, and treatment.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Innovation Fund Expect Miracles Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Expect Miracles Innovation Fund supports The Center for Experimental Therapeutics at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in New York City, a critical research collaborative working to hasten the time it takes to get new, more…	Not published	Varies
Patricia Goldman-Rakic Prize Cognitive Neuroscience Research Grant National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression · Foundation Not published · $40K The Patricia Goldman-Rakic Prize for Cognitive Neuroscience Research, awarded by the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, honors groundbreaking neurobiological research that enhances understanding of psychiatric diseases.	Not published	$40K
FRAXA Clinical Trial Grant FRAXA Research Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The FRAXA Clinical Trial Grant aims to expedite the development of treatments for Fragile X syndrome.	Not published	Varies
John and Polly Sparks Early Career Grant for Psychologists Investigating Serious Emotional Disturbance RFP American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $22K The John and Polly Sparks Early Career Grant, offered by the American Psychological Foundation, supports early career psychologists focused on research and intervention for serious emotional disturbances in children.	Not published	Up to $22K
Thomas Hampson Fund Grant American Musicological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thomas Hampson Fund, established in 2009 by the American Musicological Society, supports research on classic song across various contexts, including American and contemporary song.	Not published	Varies
The Launch Sequence - Rolling RFP Institute for Progress · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $10K A rolling effort to find, scope, and build the most important projects to prepare the world for advanced AI.	Rolling	$1K – $10K
Sinnott Award Grant Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Sinnott Award supports botanical research using the Arnold Arboretum's extensive living collection of over 15,000 documented temperate woody plants.	Not published	Up to $7K
IWFA Scholarship Trust Grant International Women's Fishing Association · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The IWFA Scholarship Trust, established in 1965, aims to promote conservation by providing financial assistance to marine science graduate students.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Equid Health Grants: Fellowship Training Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Morris Animal Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the health of domesticated equids through funding innovative research.	Not published	Varies
L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards Grant Mountain Research Initiative · Foundation Not published · Fr.100,000 The 2026 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards will celebrate five exceptional women researchers in Life and Environmental Sciences across various global regions.	Not published	Fr.100,000
International Visiting Professorship Award Grant American Heart Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The American Heart Association's International Visiting Professorship Award aims to enhance global research experiences by bringing international scientists to the U.S. for one week.	Not published	Up to $10K
BMS Small Grant British Mycological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £500 The BMS Small Grant supports activities that promote mycology, offering grants of up to £500 for research, education, and conservation efforts.	Not published	Up to £500
PNASH - Pilot Project Program Grant University of Washington · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The PNASH Pilot Project Program at the University of Washington focuses on enhancing agricultural safety and health through innovative research and outreach.	Not published	Up to $35K
Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Team (GIT) Funding Program - Scope #7 - Hypoxia Collaborative: Sampling Strategy and Design for Chesapeake Bay Habitat Assessment Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Team (GIT) Funding Program The Chesapeake Bay Trust has been designated to receive federal funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as part of the Chesapeake Bay Program Goal…	Not published	Varies

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About grants for science research

Grants for science research fund basic and applied research, fellowships, and education across the sciences, engineering, and mathematics. The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are the largest federal funders, while private funders include the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and Research Corporation for Science Advancement. These awards support universities, research institutions, nonprofits, and individual scientists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for science research award?

Of the 6,443 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 7, 2026, 3,628 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $3,500 and $125K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for science research?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (518), Society of Toxicology (103), U.S. National Science Foundation (89), American Chemical Society (78), and American Physical Society (78). In all, 2,028 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,443 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 632 have a published upcoming deadline, 919 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,832 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 43% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for science research?

Science research grants fund basic and applied research, graduate fellowships, instrumentation, and STEM education. NSF offers hundreds of opportunities — including grants, cooperative agreements, and fellowships — across science and engineering, and NIH funds biomedical and health research. Private funders like the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation support targeted research programs and early-career fellowships.

Who funds scientific research in the U.S.?

The largest funders are federal agencies — the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health — which together provide a major share of academic research support. Private foundations such as the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and Research Corporation for Science Advancement fund additional research and fellowships, and many fields have discipline-specific societies and corporate sponsors. The right source depends on your field and whether you need research, equipment, or fellowship funding.

Are there grants for early-career scientists and students?

Yes. NSF runs the Graduate Research Fellowship Program for students pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees, and the Sloan Research Fellowships support early-career scientists. Many agencies and societies reserve funding tracks for postdocs, new investigators, and underrepresented researchers. Eligibility usually depends on career stage and institutional affiliation, so check each program's requirements before applying.

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